Walworth Road - Southwark

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Bus ‘gates’ were installed at both entrances to the scheme area. Photo by Jane Sebire

Improved and new formal and informal crossing points along the street. Photo by Jane Sebire

One of the most critical issues was the reallocation of space – carriageway to footway – to enable the street to function far better as a local high street and neighbourhood centre. Photo by Jane Sebire

East Street Market. Photo by Jane Sebire

The lower levels of car ownership in the area mean it’s all the more important to enhance the walkability of the local high street. Photo by Jane Sebire

Easier pedestrian movement due to the removal of unnecessary street clutter and the creation of raised side street crossings. Photo by Jane Sebire

Raised side street crossings. Photo by Jane Sebire

Extensive tree planting. Photo by Jane Sebire

The Walworth Road had been dominated by traffic at the expense of pedestrians. Photo by Ian Hingley

The scheme helped to re-establish balanced provision changing from a traffic-dominated thoroughfare into a vibrant place for people – that still carries important traffic flows. Photo by Ian Hingley